What people are saying

5 star rating

Blew My Mind

Kaitlin Rose

I really liked this course. It was interesting and gave tons of good information that I didn't really think about when it came to relating to and communicati...

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I really liked this course. It was interesting and gave tons of good information that I didn't really think about when it came to relating to and communicating with my dog. It was information that I didn't know I needed and I am so glad I now have knowledge on how to not only communicate to my dog but for my dog to communicate with me.

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This should be required for all pet owners.

Kristi Corbett

This video should be required viewing for anyone with a pet. I think if people understood the concepts in this video it’d solve the majority of behavioral i...

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This video should be required viewing for anyone with a pet. I think if people understood the concepts in this video it’d solve the majority of behavioral issues pets develop.

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Will Watch Again and Again

Megan Richards

Talk with me has so many subtleties all of which are important. I will watch this again. It’s essential to having ‘conversation with’ your dog.

Talk with me has so many subtleties all of which are important. I will watch this again. It’s essential to having ‘conversation with’ your dog.

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The Talking BAT

Leon Walker

This first episode was so empowering and easy to follow. I loved being able to absorb a combination of the slides, mixed with real-life moments and examples ...

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This first episode was so empowering and easy to follow. I loved being able to absorb a combination of the slides, mixed with real-life moments and examples of what Grisha was referring to. The content here is very easy to digest and also has some amusing moments. It felt like Grisha was talking directly to me, as I was at ease throughout the presentation. After completing this talk, there is a small quiz that was fun to do and really allows you to see how much attention you were paying during this talk. Best of all... you get a certificate straight away, so the empowerment just gets better! Thanks, Grisha, this was great! :-)

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So clear and lovely to watch!

Martina Luisetti

Thanks Grisha, I had enjoyed this course previously on Tawzerdog and it's always rewarding to listen to your view on how to understand dogs and empower them...

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Thanks Grisha, I had enjoyed this course previously on Tawzerdog and it's always rewarding to listen to your view on how to understand dogs and empower them to want to communicate with us. Love your calm and non judgemental delivery x

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Good description of content

caroline bird

loved the color coding to explain the different levels of behavior the dog was showing

loved the color coding to explain the different levels of behavior the dog was showing

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Useful and fun

Rosa Roldán

I love this course format. They are very practical and entertaining and Grisha is a great professional who knows how to perfectly explain complicated a prior...

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I love this course format. They are very practical and entertaining and Grisha is a great professional who knows how to perfectly explain complicated a priori concepts, in a close and honest way.

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Talk with me video 1

Toto Frima

heel duidelijk. (Very clear.)

heel duidelijk. (Very clear.)

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great course

rachel zilberstein

very informative and interesting course

very informative and interesting course

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A solid basic overview of dog body language and gentle ha...

Sue Alexander

As expected, Grisha does not disappoint. Her message is consistent, on point and clear. If you are looking for a basic understanding of dog body language a...

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As expected, Grisha does not disappoint. Her message is consistent, on point and clear. If you are looking for a basic understanding of dog body language and communication, start here!

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A very useful reminder and a lot of good info

Mariana Jones

I loved this video! A lovely gentle reminder to listen to our dogs, some great new info to learn and all around a great introduction to all future learning o...

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I loved this video! A lovely gentle reminder to listen to our dogs, some great new info to learn and all around a great introduction to all future learning on offer!

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Loved it!

Lola Ocampo Miño

As a dog trainer I think it is important no matter what to talk with the dog, with his guardian and negotiate with both, helping his human to remember and li...

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As a dog trainer I think it is important no matter what to talk with the dog, with his guardian and negotiate with both, helping his human to remember and listen. Amazing and simple way to explain something so important! Thank you, loved it!

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Help for both sides of the conversation

Does your dog listen to you? Do you really listen to your dog? Knowing how to interpret a dog's behavior makes them a lot easier to live with and love. This video is full of useful dog trainer "secrets" to build understanding and empathy.

  • Teach dogs to do specific behavior.

  • Motivate dogs to pay attention.

  • Get the dog's consent for petting and medical care.

  • Read body language.

  • Ask questions to understand a dog's intent.

Peace and Understanding

This video goes far beyond the basic understanding of sit/down/stay.

  • 1.5 Hour Video

    Part 1 of the Empowered Animals DVD series filmed by Tawzer, now available as streaming video. It is fundamental information for all dog lovers, and includes some information many trainers don't know.

  • Clarity

    Better communication allows us to live more peacefully with our canine family members. With a few key changes in how you interact with your dog, you can improve safety, health, and responsiveness.

  • Bonus Material

    You'll also get PDF notes of the Powerpoint from the presentation and a quick quiz for understanding. The quiz also allows us to issue a certificate if you are a professional and need CEUs.

    1.5 CCPDT CEUs, 1.5 IAABC CEUs

What's Included?

  • 1

    Talk With Me Video

    • Welcome - Start Here

    • Talk With Me Video (1.5 hours)

    • Quick Quiz: Check Your Understanding

    • Powerpoint Slide Notes (PDF)

  • 2

    Finishing Up

    • What's Next?

More student reviews

5 star rating

Fantastic introduction to BAT

Jane Durston

I found this such an insightful video, clear concise explanations of concept that the understanding is a two way street. Thank you

I found this such an insightful video, clear concise explanations of concept that the understanding is a two way street. Thank you

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Excellent presentation of communication basics for humans

Susan Signor

Clear and concise principles that every human should be aware of when interacting with dogs. Lots of photos and video clips to help convey the meaning. Will...

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Clear and concise principles that every human should be aware of when interacting with dogs. Lots of photos and video clips to help convey the meaning. Will be an awakening for many people. Thank you Grisha for putting this material together.

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Complete and useful points to observe in communication wi...

Christine Scharf

Nice content, useful points of attention in communication with dogs that sometimes say more than we are used to listen/see !

Nice content, useful points of attention in communication with dogs that sometimes say more than we are used to listen/see !

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Really important for all dog lovers!!

Rie Robertson

I wish I knew this when I adopted my pup 6 yrs ago! All information in this video is the must for everyone😊👍🏻

I wish I knew this when I adopted my pup 6 yrs ago! All information in this video is the must for everyone😊👍🏻

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Talk With Me!

Mary Legan

This video was my first introduction to BAT. I'm excited to try these techniques and learn more.

This video was my first introduction to BAT. I'm excited to try these techniques and learn more.

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Very easy to follow

Monicque van Rossum

Great video explaining a lot about making live with dogs more fun for both the dog and his human!

Great video explaining a lot about making live with dogs more fun for both the dog and his human!

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great!!

Devillier Raphaëlle

thank you for all !! it is very nice !! i am french and it's very easy to understand all of courses

thank you for all !! it is very nice !! i am french and it's very easy to understand all of courses

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So Helpful

Sabrina Rock

I am so thankful for Grisha's insight on further developing communication with my best friends and other pups around us. I never realized that I could have a...

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I am so thankful for Grisha's insight on further developing communication with my best friends and other pups around us. I never realized that I could have a way to communicate a request from my dog that I needed to deny, instead of just ignoring them. There were so many helpful jewels in this video. Highly recommend!

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So Crucial to understanding dog language.

Dana Simel

This is another invaluable video. Grisha Stewart, as always, reiterates that one must allow one's dog to take as much control of his/her choices insofar as t...

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This is another invaluable video. Grisha Stewart, as always, reiterates that one must allow one's dog to take as much control of his/her choices insofar as this the wants are reasonable. And speaking of "wants", she discusses the difference between "wants" and "needs". I also appreciate her use of the dog stuffed animal. It actually does with understanding. Thank you - AGAIN!

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Amazing!

Devina Iyer

This video has a wealth of information, and all so easy to understand and follow. Thank you Grisha!

This video has a wealth of information, and all so easy to understand and follow. Thank you Grisha!

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Really Enjoyed this Video

Rachel MOLNAR

I really enjoyed how this video was broken down, the body language included in it was so much clearer and deeper than BAT 101. It really showed how to connec...

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I really enjoyed how this video was broken down, the body language included in it was so much clearer and deeper than BAT 101. It really showed how to connect, understand, and communicate with one's dog.

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Deep dive into doggie/human communication!

Rolly Brown

This is a very thorough and comprehensive discussion of how to have a humane and deep interspecies relationship with your dog. For me, even though I've had d...

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This is a very thorough and comprehensive discussion of how to have a humane and deep interspecies relationship with your dog. For me, even though I've had dogs for much of my life and studied force-free training intensively over the past decade, I found numerous "aha" moments here. It pretty much reframes the whole playing field of how one considers interactions with one's dog. Grisha is a gifted presenter, speaking clearly and moving through the material in an organized and compelling manner. I look forward to "video 2" and beyond.

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Instructor

Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Author

Grisha Stewart MA, CPDT-KA, KPACTP

I'm a collaborative dog trainer, author, podcaster, international presenter, and keynote speaker based in Oregon, USA. My passion projects are grief tending, community singing, and woodturning. I enjoy developing empowering approaches to help dogs and people live in harmony.

I'm fascinated by animal behavior, somatic awareness, and psychology. I'm passionate about wholehearted living for all beings, including dogs with a history of aggression, frustration, or fear as well as puppies and my other favorite species: humans.

My Behavior Adjustment Training technique (BAT 2.0 book and the new BAT 3.0) is used worldwide to help dogs gain confidence and social skills. A conservative calculation is that well over 200,000 people have learned about BAT so far.

I have always loved teaching. I earned a Master's in mathematics and taught college courses, but I found my true calling in dog training. I have been teaching dog training and behavior since 2003. In 2010, I started traveling worldwide to teach dog trainers about BAT. In 2014 I developed BAT 2.0 and also started this online dog training and behavior school, the Grisha Stewart Academy which now has over 140 classes from my favorite emotionally intelligent dog and human behavior experts. I also co-host a podcast at The Lesson is Love.

As an outgoing introvert, I enjoy teaching at cooperative conferences and am so grateful to be able to offer classes about dogs online. I refresh my batteries by singing, expressing grief in community, and savoring life in the woods with my husband (Tom), Labrador (Joey), cat (Garbanzo aka "Adventure Kitty" and "Baby Panther"), and Little Brown Dog (Zuki).

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5 star rating

So helpful!

Suzanne MacAulay

I'm just getting started with 'school' to help my youngest rescue with reactivity. This session was super helpful and has already given me lots to work on! B...

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I'm just getting started with 'school' to help my youngest rescue with reactivity. This session was super helpful and has already given me lots to work on! Being a visual person, in terms of learning, the videos and Grisha's commentary were really useful. I can't wait to keep learning!

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